Directorate Change

First Class Metals PLC ("First Class Metals" "FCM" or the "Company") the UK metals exploration company seeking economic metal discoveries across its extensive Canadian Schreiber-Hemlo, Sunbeam and Zigzag land holdings is pleased to announce the appointment and resignation of Non-Executive Directors.

First Class Metals is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Andrew Williamson as Non-Executive Director of First Class Metals PLC, effective from the 15th October 2023. With Andrew's extensive experience in listing companies on major stock markets globally, as well as his expertise in public and private corporate transactions and the establishment of domestic and international funds, his addition to our team brings immense value. Andrew is a former institutional corporate stockbroker, nomad, and sponsor to the full list.

We are confident that Andrew's wealth of knowledge and expertise will greatly contribute to the growth and success of First Class Metals.

First Class Metals also announces the resignation of Mr. Danesh Varma, effective from the 15th October as Non-Executive Director, as he has decided to pursue other interests. However, due to his extensive experience in Canada, Mr. Varma will continue to support the company in a consulting capacity regarding corporate matters when required.

We extend our appreciation to Mr. Varma for his valuable contributions during his tenure as a Non-Executive Director and look forward to his continued involvement in an advisory role.

Ayub Bodi, Executive Director of First Class Metals PLC, commented

"On behalf of the board of directors, I would like to thank Danesh for his contributions as Non-Executive Director; we are grateful for his efforts at First Class Metals and wish him well in his future endeavours. At the same time, we are pleased to welcome Andrew whose experience and international network will support the growth of the business"

First Class Metals is focussed on exploration in Ontario, Canada which is considered a top global destination for exploration with a robust and thriving junior mineral exploration sector. Specifically, the Hemlo 'camp' is a proven world class address for gold /VMS exploration. This geological terrane has significant production, both base / precious metals and a prolific number of exploration projects and numerous prospector's 'showings'.